The Split starring Nicola Walker quietly became one of those cult shows that people couldn't get enough of, which might be why the internet went wild for The Split: Barcelona back in December 2024.
And the good news is, it's not the only spin-off the BBC have planned - as they've just shared even more details on The Split Up. Here's everything you need to know about the show, from the potential release date to cast and more - and some fans are even hailing it better than the original.
What is The Split Up about?
The story is based on The Split rather than being connected to The Split - aka, it tells a similar story with a whole new bunch of characters. Basically an anthology like The White Lotus, but with divorce.
The BBC synopsis explains that The Split Up is "a family story set inside the high-pressure world of Manchester’s high-net-worth divorce circuit, combining all the heart of The Split but with a new setting, characters and storylines.
"We follow Ritu Arya as Aria Kishan, a fast-rising star of Kishan Law, poised to step up and take the mantle from her father Dhruv, played by Sanjeev Bhaskar, and Aria’s siblings Maya, Kav, and partner Neal."
Who's in the cast of The Split Up?
You'll recognise loads of the key cast from other shows, including:
- Ritu Arya from The Umbrella Academy and Doctor Who
- Sanjeev Bhaskar from Unforgotten and The Kumars at No. 42
- Aysha Kala from Criminal Record and Witchfinder, The Doll Factory, Call the Midwife)
- Arian Nik from The Bay
- Danny Ashok from The Great
- Dimitri Leonidas from Riviera and The Crown
- Mawaan Rizwan from Juice and Taskmaster
- Sindhu Vee from Sex Education
- Victoria Ekanoye from Coronation Street
- Tom Forbes from The Crown
The show also features guest stars, who pop up occasionally:
- Lenny Henry from The Rings of Power and Broadchurch
- Jane Horrocks from Absolutely Fabulous
- Jameela Jamil from The Good Place
- Debbie Rush from Coronation Street and Shameless
When is The Split Up going to be released?
While we don't have a confirmed release date, the channel have said we can expect The Split Up "later this year." Check back for more updates!
